LETS TRAVEL WITH LAPTOPS, CELL PHONES, IPOD, AND YOUR IPOD TO GABON A COUNTRY IN WEST CENTRAL AFRICA

Gabon is a country in West Central Africa. But in order to use electronics from the United States in Gabon, as well as most other countries outside of the American continent, you need two things, a voltage converter and a plug adapter, unless you have dual-voltage electronics. Dual-voltage electronics will work in other countries that use 220v, without a voltage converter. Most countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia use 220v. North America, most of Central America, and much of South America uses 110v. Gabon is a country that uses 220v. The rest of Africa mostly uses 220v as well. If you are traveling to Gabon, be sure to bring either a voltage converter or dual-voltage appliances. If you try to use single-volt appliances in Gabon, you could cause a fire. But how do you know if your electronics are dual-volt or single-volt?
Look for the voltage rating directly on your appliance. If it says 110v, then it is a single-volt appliance. In this case, find the wattage by either looking on the appliance, or multiplying the voltage by the amp. Then, buy a voltage converter for this appliance that has a wattage at least 25% higher than the appliance. This helps the voltage converter to last longer.
But if you found a voltage rating on your appliance that listed 110v-220v, then it is dual-volt. You do not need a voltage converter for these appliances to function in Gabon and other countries that use 220v electrical current.
However, even if you are bringing dual-voltage electronics with you to Gabon, you still need a plug adapter, because Gabon uses a different type of plug than the Americas. But be careful when buying your plug adapter, because there are six different types of plug adapter corresponding to the six different international plug types, and if if you get the wrong one, it won’t work in Gabon. So be sure to buy the correct one.

 

plug Adapter

As a friendly reminder, Gabon uses Type C and Type E plug sockets. So, if you’re coming from a country that uses a different type of plug, like Type A or Type B, you’ll need a handy-dandy plug adapter.

Now, let’s get witty with it! Think of a plug adapter as your travel buddy, ensuring that your devices stay charged and ready for action. It’s like having a personal assistant, always there to power up your phone, camera, or any other electronic gadget you can’t live without.

But wait, there’s more! These plug adapters are not just functional, they can be fashionable too. Imagine strolling through the streets of Libreville with a plug adapter that matches your outfit. Talk about a fashion statement!

So, where can you get your hands on these stylish plug adapters? Well, you can find them at most electronic stores, both online and offline. Just make sure to check the voltage compatibility to avoid any sparks flying – we’re talking about electricity, not romance!

Before we wrap up this witty guide, here are three essential tips:

  1. Always carry a spare plug adapter – you never know when you’ll need it.
  2. Double-check the voltage compatibility to avoid any shocking surprises.
  3. Don’t forget to pack your sense of adventure and humor – Gabon is waiting to charm you!
 

References:
Gabon plug adapter
Gabon voltage converter